Population of Amherst, Colorado
| State | Colorado |
|---|---|
| Land Area (mi²) | 0.5 sq mi |
| Density (mi²) | 99.2/sq mi |
| 2022 Growth Rate | -2.17% (-1) |
| Growth Since 2020 | -70.78% (-109) |
| Rank in State | 434th |
| Rank in Country | 28198th |
The population of Amherst, CO in 2022 is estimated to be 45. This is a decrease of -2.17% (-1 people) compared to the population in 2021.
Population of Amherst by Race
- Total
- Hispanic
- Non-Hispanic
| Race | Population | Percentage |
Population of Amherst by Age
Population of Amherst by Year
Year | Population | Growth | Annual Growth Rate |
Poverty Rate of Amherst
| Name | Total | In Poverty | Poverty Rate |
- 8.44%
Overall Poverty Rate
- 0%
Male Poverty Rate
- 16.46%
Female Poverty Rate
While the overall poverty rate of Amherst is 8.44%, the rate varies greatly by race. The percentage of people who fell below the poverty line is highest for () and is lowest for (0%).
Across all races and ethnicities, the female poverty rate (16.46%) is generally higher than the male poverty rate (0%).
Language of Amherst
- All Ages
- 5-17
- 18-64
- 65+
The most common language spoken in Amherst is English, with 100% of people speaking Only English. In addition, 0% of people speak Spanish, coming in second.
Educational Attainment of Amherst by Race
- Percentage
- Count
| Race | Total | High School | Bachelors |
students have the highest high school graduation rate of all races and ethnicities in Amherst, at .
Compared to other races and ethnicities, students have the highest bachelor's degree rate at .
Educational Attainment of Amherst by Sex (over 25)
| Education Attained | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Degree | 0 | 0% |
| Bachelors Degree | 0 | 0% |
| Associates Degree | 0 | 0% |
| Some College | 22 | 36.67% |
| High School Graduate | 38 | 63.33% |
| 9th to 12th Grade | 0 | 0% |
| Less Than 9th Grade | 0 | 0% |
Employment of Amherst by Education
- Labor Force Participation
- Employment Rate
- Unemployment Rate
Employment of Amherst by Age
- Labor Force Participation
- Employment Rate
- Unemployment Rate
Employment of Amherst by Race
- Labor Force Participation
- Employment Rate
- Unemployment Rate
Marital Status of Amherst
Marriage Rates
49.2%
Overall Marriage Rate
44.8%
Male Marriage Rate
54.5%
Female Marriage Rate
Amherst Marriage
In Amherst, 44.8% of males have never been married, a lower rate than females who have never been married.
Females are more likely to be married at age 45-54, while males are more likely to be married at age 35-44.
Households and Families of Amherst
Amherst Renter vs Owner Occupied by Household Type
Amherst Household Types
| Type | Owner | Renter |
Rate of Home Ownership
Households of Amherst by Type
| Type | Count | Percentage | Owned |
- Population of Amherst, Colorado
- Population of Amherst by Race
- Population of Amherst by Age
- Population of Amherst by Year
- Poverty Rate of Amherst
- Language of Amherst
- Educational Attainment of Amherst by Race
- Educational Attainment of Amherst by Sex (over 25)
- Employment of Amherst by Education
- Employment of Amherst by Age
- Employment of Amherst by Race
- Marital Status of Amherst
- Households and Families of Amherst
- Households of Amherst by Type